Serving 617 students in grades 6-8, Cascade Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 617 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cascade Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Cascade Middle School's student population of 617 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
617 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cascade Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cascade Middle School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#64 out of 1196 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
9%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
84%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cascade Middle School's ranking?
Cascade Middle School is ranked #64 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Cascade Middle School often compared to?
Cascade Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pacific Crest Middle School, Pilot Butte Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Cascade Middle School?
617 students attend Cascade Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Cascade Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cascade Middle School?
Cascade Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cascade Middle School offer ?
Cascade Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Cascade Middle School part of?
Cascade Middle School is part of Bend-Lapine Administrative SD 1 School District.
In what neighborhood is Cascade Middle School located?
Cascade Middle School is located in the Century West neighborhood of Bend, OR.
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